Part-time Clinical Counselor, Vancouver, BC

Part-time Clinical Counselor 

Posted on: March 22, 2013
Application deadline: April 18, 2013

DESCRIPTION
Provides one-to-one and group counselling services using a feminist approach, as outlined in the Stopping the Violence contract, to women who have experienced childhood sexual abuse, relationship abuse or recent sexual assault. May conduct a psycho-educational/experiential support group.
Part-time, hourly basis, including evening work.

Reports to: Supervisor, Counselling Services

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES1. Provides intake and assessment to gather case history and other relevant intake information. Identifies and assesses the emotional/behavioural issues that have led the client to seek or be referred to counselling services.
2. Provides professional expertise in assisting client to establish appropriate treatment goals and treatment plan for counselling. Uses a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist client in obtaining goals during course of treatment, paying attention to individual clients' needs. Reviews the treatment plan a minimum of every 10 sessions.
3. Ensures that all documents required at each stage of treatment are accurately and thoroughly completed in the time-line required, as indicated in the program manual. Clinical notes must summarize every session and reflect progress toward treatment plan goals. Notes will be dated and signed, and must be legible.
4. Ensures that client satisfaction instruments are incorporated in service and collected upon termination of service i.e. provides follow-up surveys to clients at/after the end of treatment.
5. Provide direct service hours, as specified by the STV contract, for example: one-to-one sessions, group sessions, and screening. The counsellor is responsible for scheduling one-to-one client appointments.
6. Engages in regular, individual or group supervision/consultation sessions with a clinical supervisor, as established by the Supervisor of Counselling Services. Attends and participates in weekly staff meetings (resources permitting) and other agency meetings as required by BFL.
7. Consults with peers and establishes liaison with other community professionals and agencies as required to assist with individual client cases and to maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources.
8. Participates in various processes necessary to achieve and maintain accreditation, such as, but not limited to, the collection and analysis of data through the ShareVision management information system, and performing continuous quality improvement (CQI) tasks. Submits all reports, service summaries and other documentation requested in a timely manner, as indicated in the program manual.
9. Performs duties in accordance with the guidelines in the STV and ASSA program manuals, and the BFL Personnel Policies.
10. Collaborates with a co-facilitator in conducting groups which may require joint preparation and/or support/supervision of the co-facilitator.
11. Participates in professional development activities in order to stay current in the field of trauma counselling, treatment and interventions, as BFL resources allow.
12. Is responsible for participating in one community event per year in order to represent BFL. Performs other related duties as required.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE1. A Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology, Social Work or equivalent qualifications such as those from registration in a recognized Art Therapy institution. Relevant registration with BCACC.
2. Three years experience working in community-based services providing individual and group counselling services to women who have experienced violence and abuse issues.
3. Strong clinical skills with specialized training, knowledge or skills in trauma recovery.
4. Strong group facilitation skills with experience working in therapeutic settings.

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES1. Demonstrated knowledge and skills using relevant formal counselling and experiential approaches by means of a feminist perspective.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of assessment techniques.
3. Excellent interpersonal behaviour and written and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to work independently and within a teach culture with good organization, time and self-management skills.
5. Ability to operate computer/word processing programs and communicate by email.
6. Knowledge of group processes and/or facilitation techniques.
7. Cultural competency with an ability to be culturally sensitive, respectful, confidential and caring when dealing with diverse values, beliefs and lifestyles.
8. Knowledge of community resources desirable.

Additional Information:
1. A valid Driver's License and available vehicle may be required.
2. No relevant criminal record.
3. This position is required to work in a stressful environment, often dealing with clients in crisis situations who have experienced physical, sexual and/or emotional abuse.
4. A flexible work schedule is required and may include evening work.
5. Salary: $24.79/hour

HOW TO APPLY

Email: qrdsx-3697629826@job.craigslist.org 

All applications must be submitted by 12pm noon on Thursday, April 18th, 2013
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume
Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.